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Potiphar
        an Egyptian name, also written Potipherah, signifies belonging to the sun. Potiphar. with whom the history of Joseph is connected is described as an officer of Pharaoh chief of the executioners, an Egyptian." Ge 39:1 comp. Gene 37:36 (B.C. 1728.) He appears to have been a wealthy man. Ge 39:4-6 The view we have of Potiphar's household is exactly in accordance with the representations on the monuments. When Joseph was accused, his master contented himself with casting him into prison. Ge 39:19,20 After this we hear no more of Potiphar. [JOSEPH]


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Smith, William, Dr "Meaning and Definition for 'potiphar' in Smiths Bible Dictionary".
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